Summer Sips! A Study in Pink With Maker’s Mark

Yes, we love drinks, and yes, we like to drink. Today we get a look at a recipe that is sure to add some potency to your Summer spirits. Today we get a look at a concoction known as A Study in Pink. This unique blend was created by Kellie Thorn of Empire State South in Atlanta, Georgia, and it offers plenty of punch for your Summer drinking desires.

The recipe calls for a blend of Maker’s Mark, macerated strawberry, raspberry, and mint syrup, Lustau® “Los Arcos” Amontillado Sherry, filtered water, pink peppercorns, Strawberry and raspberry castor sugar and mint leaves. This stunning blend is easy to make and enjoyable to drink, providing something potent and perfect for Summer.

For any fan of Maker’s Mark, this is one drink that is sure to go down smooth but make plenty because it will go quick. Do yourself a favor and check out the full recipe below and let us know your thoughts in the comments. Make it, drink it and enjoy! Stay tuned for more great drink recipes coming very soon.

2 parts Maker’s Mark® bourbon

1 part macerated strawberry, raspberry, and mint syrup (recipe below)

1 part Lustau® “Los Arcos” Amontillado Sherry

1 part filtered water

Ground pink peppercorns

Strawberry and raspberry castor sugar (recipe below)

Bouquet of mint leaves

Combine syrup, sherry, water, and Maker’s Mark® bourbon in an 11-oz. Collins glass or an 11-oz. julep cup. Fill the vessel up halfway with crushed ice. Stir until the outside of the vessel is frosted. Top with more crushed ice. Top crushed ice with a dusting of strawberry and raspberry castor sugar and ground pink peppercorns. Garnish with a bouquet of mint.